Dear Proteas,   I have been spending this time practicing what I wrote in my book titled “The Uncared Self, My Self-Care Journey: The Things I Wish I Knew.” I have been running (3-5 miles) at least 3 times a week and walking on the days I am not running. I am listening to my body. I have been drinking more water. My goal is to drink at least 2 Liters of water. I have been eating better. I avoid foods high in carbohydrates (e.g., bread, rice, pasta), sodium, and saturated fats. I am no longer...

Self-Care Book Club  Self-Care Book Club  What is this book about ? “The Uncared Self, Myself Care Journey: The Things I wish I knew” is about Joanie, who is the author of this book. In this book, she explains how she learned about self-care and self-development (e.g., what self-care is, how to manage stress, interpersonal relationships, professional experiences, spirituality, sexual health, weight, food, exercises, finances, etc.) as she grew older. Joanie comes from an underserved and...

Dear Proteas!   Lately, I have been reflecting on my own personal journey with lifestyle modifications to improve my health and wellness.  I have had conflicting feelings about doing what is right for my health, despite knowing the problem of doing what is wrong. For example, despite knowing that cigarette smoking was not good for me (e.g., increases plaque in the artery, which can lead to a heart attack), feeling tired and short of breath after smoking, I continued smoking, and it took me...